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Today I have a book toddlers will eat up. Simon and Schuster sent me a copy of this giant board book and I wasn’t quite sure what to expect. I had never read the authors other titles, but the sheer size of this one intrigued me immediately. I read it out loud to get the full effect and knew after…

Simon and Schuster sent me Dia de los Muertos, a book from their new board book series Celebrate the World. Other titles include Ramadan, Diwali and Lunar New Year. I chose to share this one with you because I think these books are well done and a fabulous way to share holidays around the globe with your kids. Don’t forget…

Today I have a must read back to school book! It isn’t very often I fall in love with the back to school fare that’s offered. My favorites continue to be School’s First Day of School and First Day Jitters. But now we have a noteworthy addition that hits all the right notes. Dare I say kids will eat this…

This is a charming book about a rock? Yup, even this small grey mineral can be the star of the show. The best part is that she can use her flexibility and imagination to become even more than a rock because this is how she rolls. Don’t forget to follow One Great Book on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest or by email…

Today I have a picture book that shows kids that we all deserve love! It seems fitting to profile this book right after Mother’s Day. I mean our kids are not always at their best but we love them through it all, even when they are little stinkers! Don’t forget to follow One Great Book on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest or by…

Let the book battle begin as our two characters can’t seem to get enough of a good story. I am not too discouraged when the argument is over who gets to read a book. Those are the kind of disagreements I can get behind! Don’t forget to follow One Great Book on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest or by email so that you…

Today I am sharing a subscription book box with you so that you can give the gift of a book every month. I loved these services when my kids were young. I always discovered hidden treasures that I would read over and over again with my children and it gave them the sense that the gift of a book was…

Today I have a book about love and loss. This story just won a Caldicott Honor so I am not the only one enchanted by the verse and the illustrations. It is a beautiful way to introduce the idea of the cycle of life and the inevitable death of a pet. Don’t forget to follow One Great Book on Facebook,…

Today I have a beautiful book for mothers and daughters. It is a reminder for girls to be adventurous, love who they are and be themselves. The best part, it also encourages them to make their beds! Don’t forget to follow One Great Book on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest or by email so that you don’t miss a single story that…

By Freya Hooper
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Today I have a book that reminds kids that reading is an anytime activity. Who doesn’t love a story that encourages kids to pick up a book whenever the mood strikes? Don’t forget to follow One Great Book on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest or by email so that you don’t miss a chance to show kids that reading on the potty…